SIBU (Feb 25): The Sarawak government’s decision to file a petition in the Federal Court on the constitutional validity of key federal petroleum laws is a necessary and long-overdue step to resolve the longstanding dispute between the Federal Government and the state over constitutional authority and petroleum rights. Former Bukit Assek assemblywoman Irene Chang saidRead More

KUCHING (Feb 24): Seeking judicial clarity should not, and must not, undermine the importance of dialogue, cooperation, and mutual respect within the Federation, said Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Youth. The movement issued the statement in support of the Sarawak government’s to file a petition at the Federal Court on Monday to determine the constitutionalRead More

KUCHING (Feb 25): Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) Sarawak has voiced support for the Sarawak government’s move to file a petition in the Federal Court to seek a determination on the validity and application of federal laws related to the petroleum industry in the state. Bersatu Sarawak information chief Alexander Frusis said the action wasRead More

KUCHING (Feb 24): Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) Youth stands firmly behind the Sarawak state leadership in its move to seek constitutional determination from the Federal Court on petroleum rights. PRS Youth chief Christopher Gira Sambang said the wing fully supports the principled and constitutional position articulated by Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Law, MA63Read More